Christopher R. Morgan

ProfileOver 25 years experience in the construction industry, including 18 years as a construction business owner.
5 years experience in construction analysis and expert witness cases.
Practicing attorney specializing in construction contract disputes, land use and boundary disputes since 2003.
Success in managing and resolving engineering, code compliance and planning problems for construction consultation clients.
Ability to direct residential and mixed-use construction projects from conceptual design to completion.
Extensive experience as an estimator, project manager and superintendent.
Direct supervisory experience on public works construction.
Proven ability to work in unison with construction subcontractors and clients as well as legal professionals and public agents.

EducationJ.D., University of San Diego, School of Law 2000-2003
B.A., Communications, Magna Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa, University of Oregon 1985-1990

Relevant Experience & Accomplishments
Construction Consultation and Analysis
Analyzed land-use development codes, compliance measures and ordinance violations in mixed-use landholdings.
Read and prepared blueprints and spec. books for implementation and quality control.
Coordinated on-site visits with city officials, clients, engineers and subcontractors.
Resolved engineering code compliance and planning problems.
Construction Management
Independently directed conception to final inspection of over twenty design/build projects since 1991.
Trained, supervised, coached improvement and safety compliance for construction trades, including carpentry, plumbing, electrical work and painting.
Managed and monitored quality control for work performed by direct-hire and subcontractors, from excavating and concrete to finish and hardware.
Successfully completed new residential and commercial building projects.
EmploymentPresident, Chrysalis Homes, Inc., San Diego
Led sales in remodels and new construction in $750K average annual-revenue construction firm, including design, general contracting and consulting services for residential homeowners. (salary $75,000-$120,000).2003-present
Christopher Morgan, Esq., Attorney-at-law, San Diego
Resolved, without litigation, five construction defect and boundary-dispute cases for residential homeowners. State Bar #228672 (hourly at $175 - $225).2003-present
Superintendent, douglas e. barnhardt, Inc., San Diego
Supervised staff of 15-20 plus 8-30 subcontractors in school construction and modification. (Salary $50,000)
Coordinated project management with sub-contractors, architects, school officials and site inspectors.1998-1999
Sole Proprietor, Chris Morgan Ent., Lincoln City, OR
Directed and supervised residential custom-home construction. (Salary $35,000 - $78,000).1991-1998
Carpenter, Neil Quade Construction, Lincoln City, OR
Completed framing and finish carpentry on commercial hotels and public works projects. (Hourly $8 - $12.00).
1987-1991
MembershipsForensic Expert Witness Association
Western Builders Association
California Bar Association
San Diego County Bar Association
California State Construction Board
University of Oregon Alumni Foundation
Evans Scholar Alumni Foundation
Sigma Nu Fraternity






Project List and Career Highlights
Christopher R. Morgan


OVERVIEW
Christopher started as a laborer/carpenter's assistant while still in high school. He has worked in multiple capacities in both commercial and residential construction for over 25 years. Since 2003 he has selectively given legal representation for homeowners with neighbor and contractor disputes.
COMMERCIAL
Hollister, LLC (San Diego, CA) -- Expert/General Contractor for commercial property litigation and Code Compliance dispute with City of San Diego. Duties included: Provide expert opinion regarding historical conditions and scope of compliance issues, coordinate structural and electrical engineers, develop original plans based on historical review for permit issuance, communicate with City and Client attorneys regarding status and compliance issues, comply with Title 24 and Historical Society provisions.
William Penn Hotel (San Diego, CA) -- General contractor for $180,000 structural retrofit and noise abatement improvements on mixed use facility. Duties included: investigative and destructive testing to determine existing conditions, structural steel improvements, interior design for several rental units, communication with City officials, engineers, and architect, installation of mass loaded vinyl to reduce noise impacts to residential units, provided AIA contract and billing documents, scheduling, estimating, carpentry and other trade assistance, safety measures within public right of way.
SBAY Properties (San Diego, CA) -- General contractor/designer for numerous property management related improvements. Duties included: expert opinion and representation for neighbor disputes and party wall improvements, flood abatement and mold remediation, tenant improvement and complete makeover for rental units, window replacement, communication with City officials regarding code compliance and "existing/non-conforming" conditions, scheduling, budgeting/estimating, project supervision, landscaping and water intrusion issues, coordination with tenants, surveyors and workmen.
douglas e. barnhart construction (San Diego and Riverside counties, CA) -- Superintendent for school remodels and new construction. Duties included: monitoring budget and performance payment schedule, resolving RFI field conditions with school district representative, architect and sub-contractors, interpret plans and inspect work performance, coordinate site improvements including plumbing, drainage, sidewalks, paving, fencing, septic system removal, and playground equipment, manage subs and staff, scheduling and timeline management, provide safety meetings and enforce OSHA compliance during daily activities, write daily reports, review spec book for contract and quality control, manage several projects at several sites at the same time, assist surveyor with layout issues.
Neil Quade Construction (Lincoln City, OR) -- Worked as laborer/carpenter on multiple ground-up and remodel commercial projects including: Police station, fire station, hotel/motel, performing arts center, schools, mini-malls, and fish hatchery. Duties included: concrete forming, framing, finish carpentry, labor, tilt-up construction, pylon foundation construction, wood and composite siding, window installation, roofing, equipment operation, and other.
RESIDENTIAL
Street Residence (Mount Helix, CA)-- General contractor/designer for $1.3 million home makeover. Duties included: original sales and client contract/budget, design within San Diego County unincorporated/fire enhanced district, resolve variance/set back issues, coordinate/supervise structural and soils engineers and surveyor, negotiate and provide contract documents for all subs including lien releases and additional insured endorsements, manage all phases of construction, provide carpentry and expert advice for numerous field changes and conditions, provide original designs for Title 24 compliance, remediate asbestos ducting and failed septic system, scheduling and code compliance inspections.
Provenzano Duplex (Mission Beach, CA) -- General contractor for $1.1 million conversion from single family to multi-family residence. Duties included: original sales and client contract/budget, resolve encroachment/set back and height restriction issues within the San Diego City coastal zone district, negotiate neighbor party wall reconstruction and interference issues, coordinate/supervise structural and soils engineers and surveyor, provide redesign input with structural engineer and architect to remedy considerable shortcomings with approved plans, provide contract documents for all subs including lien releases and additional insured endorsements, manage all phases of construction, provide carpentry and expert advice for numerous field changes and conditions, schedule all work, coordinate inspections and re-submittal reviews for code compliance.
Douglas Residence (San Diego, CA) -- General contractor for $300,000 home makeover. Duties included: original sales/contract/budget negotiation, design for handicap functionality, supply contract documents (add'l insured endorsements and lien releases) for subs, design and coordinate soils and structural engineers for permit, supervise lead abatement, comply with Historical Society documentation and permitting compliance, coordinate all scheduling and sub work, provide carpentry and advise for numerous field changes and conditions, provide original designs for Title 24 compliance, interior design and decorating assistance.
Klein Residence (Scripps Ranch, CA) -- General contractor and Project Management for $280,000 home makeover. Duties included: original sales/contract/budget negotiation, supply contract documents (add'l insured endorsements and lien releases) for subs, design and coordinate structural engineers for permit, coordinate all scheduling and sub work, provide carpentry and advise for numerous field changes and conditions, provide original designs for Title 24 compliance, interior design and decorating assistance, supervise landscaping.
Alston Residence (San Diego, CA) -- General Contractor/designer for $200,000 interior remodel. Duties included: design and decorating, scheduling, budgeting, carpentry (framing, doors, finish, cabinet install, hardware install, replacement windows), water intrusion, heating redesign, fireplace removal and gas conversion.
Stewart Residence (Scripps Ranch, CA) -- General Contractor/designer for $165,000 interior remodel. Duties included: design and decorating, scheduling, budgeting, carpentry (framing, doors, finish, cabinet install, hardware install, replacement windows),HVAC improvements, client communication and assistance while they continued to live in the facility during construction.
Yablonicky Residence (San Diego, CA) -- General Contractor/designer for $250,000 home makeover. Duties included: Design for handicap functionality and access, negotiate an "encroachment removal agreement" with the City of San Diego in order to provide a room addition over a City easement, coordinate all subs, communicate with architect, soils and structural engineers and City inspectors, budgeting, carpentry, interior design, deck construction, drainage and landscaping supervision.
Mick Beaver Construction/Tri-Tech-Construction/Ray Allen Development/Chris Morgan Enterprises/Morgan and DeLapp, Ltd (Lincoln City and Portland, OR) -- Carpenter, Foreman, and Superintendent for 10+ ground-up residences and multiple remodels. Duties included: supervision, scheduling, and carpentry (master level), communication with subs, engineers, and owners. Projects included: Pylon foundations on beach and hillside locations, Victorian architecture, complete historical renovations, 1,500 - 6,500 square foot residences, multiple floors/levels and design features.
LEGAL
Heifer Residence (San Diego, CA) -- Provided legal representation to resolve a neighbor party wall dispute without litigation. Provided quick claims and recorded license agreement for the continuing use and enjoyment of the disputed area.
Pfeister Residence (San Diego, CA) -- Provided legal representation and ongoing advise for homeowner dispute with contractor. Successfully ended the contract and got contractor's bond for work performed and abandoned contract. Assistance homeowner with construction advise through continuation of project.
Irwin Residence (San Diego, CA) -- Provided legal representation for homeowner to resolve dispute with contractor. Successfully settled with contractor to remove lien and finish scope of work provided in the contract and provide warranty work for numerous defects.
Horton and Ryan, LLC (San Diego, CA) -- Intern for construction defect litigation (defense). Duties included: Status letters, site visits, legal research, billing conventions, expert communication, fact analysis, case file reviews.
Al Tarvyd, Esq. (San Diego, CA) -- Intern for litigation attorney. Area of law included construction, eminent domain, contract disputes, collections, corporations, and land use.